The Philadelphia born Beverly started the group as Raw Soul in 1970. They recorded a couple of singles on the small Gregar label, but without any major hits. But with a few personnel changes, a relocation from Philadelphia to the San Francisco Bay Area in California in 1971, and an introduction to Marvin Gaye, the group became an immediate success. Gaye took the group on the road with him as one of his opening acts, and in 1976 he suggested that they changed their name from Raw Soul to Maze.
Maze signed a recording contract with Capitol Records in 1976, and released their debut album, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, in 1977. From that album, the hit singles included "Happy Feelin's," "While I'm Alone," and "Lady of Magic"; ultimately giving them their first gold record and earning Maze a devoted fan base. They also had success with the following albums Golden Time of Day (1978), Inspiration (1979) and Joy and Pain (1980).
Their next recording was Live in New Orleans, three quarters of which was recorded at the Saenger Theatre, on November 14–15, 1980. Three of those songs got into the U.S. R&B chart, including "Running Away," "Before I Let Go," and "We Need Love To Live." By that time, the band had both a reputation in America also enjoyed a following in the United Kingdom with promotional support from the British DJ Robbie Vincent. In May 1985, Maze sold out eight nights at the Hammersmith Odeon.
In 1989, they signed with Warner Bros. and released the hit album Silky Soul, plus Back to Basics in 1993, and released the live DVD recording at London's Hammersmith Odeon in 1994. The two albums also attained gold disc status.
The group released Can't Stop the Love in March 1985, which featured the group's first number one R&B hit "Back In Stride." The Top 5 follow-up, "Too Many Games," was part of that recording. They had another number one R&B success with "Can't Get Over You."
In October 2004, "Twilight" appeared in the video game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, playing on funk radio station, Bounce FM.
Maze continues to tour around the United States as well as Europe to this day. Every year they are the also the closing act for the Essence Music Festival.
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Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly Lyrics
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I owe no blame to no one else
And now I realize
I can't get over you
And though I do my very best
I just can't find happiness
And it's all because
I can't get over you
Thinking of you makes me cry
Matter how I try
I'm gonna love you bye and bye
Bye and bye baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Ooh ooh ooh
I don't know what to do I
Can't get over you
I guess you'll always have a part
Somewhere deep in my heart
It's just to hard to hide
I can't get over you
I tried to lose myself in song
But the ties are much to strong
What I'm I going to do
I can't get over you
It makes feel so bad
Messin' up the love we had
There's one thing I know
I will always love you so
Love you so baby Ooh ooh ooh
Ooh ooh ooh
I can't get over you
I can't get over you
I can't get over you
I can't get over you
The opening lyrics of Maze feat. Frankie Beverley's song "Can't Get Over You" convey a deep sense of regret and personal responsibility. The singer admits that they brought their current situation upon themselves and they don't blame anyone else. Despite this, they are struggling to move on and find happiness. The chorus repeatedly asserts the central theme: "I can't get over you." The singer is tormented and heartbroken by their inability to let go of someone they clearly loved deeply.
The second verse continues this theme, exploring the ways in which the singer has tried to cope with their pain. They have attempted to lose themselves in music, but the ties to their former lover are too strong. The singer acknowledges that they will always have a part of their ex in their heart. The final lines of the song are a poignant and emotional declaration of love, with the singer acknowledging that they will always love their ex despite their efforts to move on.
Overall, "Can't Get Over You" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the universal experience of heartbreak and the difficulty of moving on from deep love. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, conveying the complexity of the singer's emotions with great skill and sincerity.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I bought it on myself
I am aware that I am responsible for the pain I am feeling.
I owe no blame to no one else
I am not blaming anyone else for the way I feel.
And now I realize
After reflection, I have come to understand.
I can't get over you
I am unable to move on from the loss of our relationship.
And though I do my very best
Despite my best efforts.
I just can't find happiness
I am struggling to find joy in my life.
And it's all because
This is the reason why.
Hey baby why oh why
An expression of despair and questioning.
Thinking of you makes me cry
Recalling our memories is painful and emotional.
Matter how I try
No matter how hard I attempt to move on.
I'm gonna love you bye and bye
I will always carry my love for you in my heart.
Bye and bye baby
Eventually, with time.
Ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization of emotional distress.
Ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization of emotional distress.
I don't know what to do I
I am struggling to find a way forward.
Can't get over you
I am unable to move on from the loss of our relationship.
I guess you'll always have a part
You will always hold a special place in my heart.
Somewhere deep in my heart
My feelings for you are profound and enduring.
It's just too hard to hide
I cannot keep my emotions hidden.
I can't get over you
I am unable to move on from the loss of our relationship.
I tried to lose myself in song
I attempted to find solace in music.
But the ties are much too strong
Our connection is too significant and powerful.
What I'm I going to do
I am unsure of how to proceed.
It makes feel so bad
I am overwhelmed with negative emotions when I think of you.
Messin' up the love we had
My inability to move on is causing harm to our once loving relationship.
There's one thing I know
Despite my struggles, I am sure of one thing.
I will always love you so
My love for you will endure, no matter what happens.
Love you so baby
An expression of enduring love.
Ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization of emotional distress.
Ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization of emotional distress.
I can't get over you
I am unable to move on from the loss of our relationship.
I can't get over you
I am unable to move on from the loss of our relationship.
I can't get over you
I am unable to move on from the loss of our relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRANKIE BEVERLY
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African American * I didn’t really know this song until Beyoncé